Viscosity sensors for the resin industry
Measuring the viscosity of resin in the process is absolutely critical to its outcome: it is a powerful reaction indicator at either the manufacture, storage or use stages. The often irreversible nature of resin reactions means that getting viscosity wrong is costly and there are numerous examples of significant process failures and waste.Hydramotion process viscometers have transformed resin manufacture and handling. Routine process failure has been reduced to zero using instruments working in some of the toughest environments imaginable. In the case of PUF and melamine resin manufacture, for example, the viscometers have set new standards in productivity and virtually eliminated waste.
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 Long term stabilityIn the resin industry, measurement systems must deliver reliable data over many years of operation. Hydramotion viscometers are built to last – using high-quality materials and precision components to ensure long-term performance. The result is maintenance-free operation with high calibration stability over the instrument’s full service life. |
 Chemically resistantIn-tank sensors in resin processes are continuously exposed to corrosive and aggressive media. To ensure repeatable, long-term performance, Hydramotion viscometers are available in chemically resistant materials including Hastelloy, Inconel, and Super Duplex stainless steels. Optional PTFE and PFA coatings provide additional protection where required. |
 Intrinsic safety (Ex)Every XL Series viscometer is available as an Ex Certified product, certified using the Intrinsic Safety (IS) protection method. The Ex ‘ia’ certificate allows operation in even the most hazardous Zone 0 areas. And because all signals between sensor and safe area are digital, connection is simple, allowing long cable runs and only a single safety barrier. |
